1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Brava | Carol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |